La Vita E Bella in Surfside

Last inspected:

9485 Harding Avenue, Surfside, FL 33154
Overview

La Vita e Bella in Surfside has accumulated 160 violations across 22 inspections, averaging 7.3 violations per inspection—40 percent above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not been emergency-closed but has faced escalating enforcement pressure in recent months. Between January and April 2026, the restaurant received four complaint-based inspections documenting handwashing facility violations, food condition failures, and parasite destruction requirements. The March 30, 2026 inspection found high-priority violations and resulted in an emergency order recommendation. The March 31 inspection documented non-compliance with callback requirements, and the April 1 inspection extended the callback timeline. A January 2026 routine inspection documented three high-priority food condition violations and led to an admin complaint recommendation. A separate October 2025 routine inspection cited 27 violations including high-priority issues with management awareness, approved food sources, food condition, and handwashing facilities, resulting in a warning. The facility has been subject to one disciplinary action totaling $160 in fines. The most recent inspection on April 1, 2026 resulted in an emergency order callback time extension.

Most recent closure: March 30, 2026 for roach activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

22Inspections
160Violations
1Closures
$160in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

La Vita E Bella in Surfside: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages

This Facility 7.3 violations / inspection 7.3 violations per inspection
Miami-Dade County Avg 6.7 violations / inspection 6.7 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Miami-Dade County Avg 0.13 closures / facility 0.13 county average

La Vita E Bella in Surfside: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for La Vita E Bella in Surfside
DateReasonReopened
Roach activity 08:58:00

La Vita E Bella in Surfside: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $160.00

Disciplinary action history for La Vita E Bella in Surfside
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
1--2015002356 $160.00 Dec 19, 2014 Miami (Doral)

La Vita E Bella in Surfside: Full Inspection History — DBPR (22)

— 4 inspections10 violations · 3 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension

Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— 2 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections13 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 6 inspections53 violations · 35 high priority
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued

La Vita E Bella in Surfside: Frequently Asked Questions

Is La Vita E Bella in Surfside under active enforcement?
Records show 3 emergency order inspections between March 30, 2026 and April 1, 2026. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
When was La Vita E Bella in Surfside last inspected?
La Vita E Bella in Surfside was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 1, 2026. The result was: Emergency Order Callback Time Extension.
When was La Vita E Bella in Surfside last shut down?
La Vita E Bella in Surfside was last shut down on March 30, 2026 for roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
What are the most common violations at La Vita E Bella in Surfside?
The most frequently cited violations at La Vita E Bella in Surfside are: Food contact surfaces, Management awareness, Proper hand/arm washing.
How many health inspections has La Vita E Bella in Surfside had?
La Vita E Bella in Surfside has had 22 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of La Vita E Bella in Surfside find?
La Vita E Bella in Surfside was most recently inspected on April 1, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Emergency Order Callback Time Extension.
Has La Vita E Bella in Surfside ever been shut down?
Yes, La Vita E Bella in Surfside has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
What does Florida violation V53 (Outer openings protected) mean?
Violation 53 (Outer openings protected) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/53.
Has La Vita E Bella in Surfside faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, La Vita E Bella in Surfside has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $160.00 in fines.
How much has La Vita E Bella in Surfside been fined?
La Vita E Bella in Surfside has been fined a total of $160.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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